Menstrual migraines and menstrual headaches can be a real pain, literally. They are menstrual-related symptoms brought about by the changes in hormone levels throughout the menstrual cycle, commonly experienced just before or during menstruation. In this post, we go head first into what menstrual headaches and migraines are, the different types, why they are caused and what you can do to help them and hopefully prevent them.

Which menstrual product is best for heavy menstrual bleeding? Good you asked, because we now know a bit more than we did before. In 2023, a significant stride has been made in the realm of menstrual product research. While it might sound surprising, until recently, menstrual products had never been properly tested with anything resembling real menstrual blood. But thanks to a recent study by DeLoughery et al. at the Oregon Health & Science University, the efficacy of various menstrual products has finally been assessed using human-packed red blood cells. In this article, we'll dive into the details of this study and explore its implications, particularly for those dealing with heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB).

In this blog post we explore the benefits of using a menstrual cup as a sustainable and healthy alternative to traditional period products. It highlights the environmental friendliness, cost-efficiency, convenience, and health benefits of menstrual cups. We will also shed light on the different folding techniques for easier insertion and offer guidance on how to properly clean and maintain the cup. Overall, the menstrual cup is presented as an effective, safe, and affordable option for menstruating individuals.

In this blog post, Martin focusses on a more specific and intense form of premenstrual syndrome known as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). He will explore PMDD in depth, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, to help you better understand this condition and seek medical help if necessary.

This is the first article of our blog series with our guest author Dr. med. univ. Martin Kiebler about premenstrual disorders. In this article, he is going to give an introduction to the topic and give you an overview about premenstrual syndrome, otherwise known as PMS.

It’s time to talk about periods, because quite frankly… we don’t talk about them enough. Why are periods such a taboo subject? Why should we be talking more about them?

theblood tests menstrual blood and provides you with insights based on certain biomarkers.. but do you know what a biomarker even is? If not, this is the post for you, as we go through exactly what a biomarker is and why it is important so the next time you hear or see the word related to your health, you'll be all clued up!

Hormonal acne around the time of your period, glowing skin, dry and dull skin - have you noticed how your skin changes throughout your menstrual cycle? This is why one skincare routine with the same approach is not always going to help in every phase of the menstrual cycle. So what can you do? Read this post to get a heads up on how to sync your skincare routine to your menstrual cycle to help your skin get what it needs, at the right time.

Menstrual blood has long been thought of as nothing more than a waste product by everyone… until now.

In this post, we will open up a discussion about the gender health gap, which in turn, will help close the gender health gap. We discuss what the gender health gap is, and why it exists and more importantly, how it affects people’s lives today.